Thousands of people with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) are able to benefit from a digital scheme launched to provide more support at home.
Children’s doctor adds head injury advice to free app
A Bristol children’s doctor has added a head injuries care plan to a free app to give parents and carers advice on what to do if their child bumps their head.
Public urged to use NHS services wisely as the local health and care system moves to its highest level of escalation
Health leaders in Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire (BNSSG) are urging people to use the right NHS services for their needs. The call comes after high levels of attendances at local urgent and emergency care services pushed the health and care system into its highest level of escalation – OPEL 4.
Frailty-ACE service supports elderly frail people at home
A new, integrated approach to supporting older people living with frailty has been launched in Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire.
Maternity services at UHBW continue to be rated as Good
University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) maternity services have maintained a rating of Good, following an inspection by the Care Quality Commission.
Transforming community eating disorders services in Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Anyone, regardless of their age or background, can develop an eating disorder. Getting help early is one of the most effective ways to support recovery.
North Bristol Trust maternity services continue to be rated as Good following inspection
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) has maintained its rating of the North Bristol NHS Trust (NBT) Maternity Services as Good, following an inspection in November 2023.
Cold weather warning: healthcare leaders urge residents to keep warm and look after those most vulnerable
As the MET office and UKHSA issues a cold weather alert and temperatures drop across Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire, healthcare leaders are urging residents to stay well by keeping warm and looking out for others.
Panto stars say ‘Stay Well This Winter’ in Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire
Panto stars have joined forces with local healthcare professionals to help people in Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire stay well this festive season.
Brand new GP practice opens in Weston-super-Mare
MP for Weston-super-Mare John Penrose officially opened the new state-of-the-art surgery by cutting a ceremonial ribbon.
Extra investment in local health services to boost winter capacity and speed up hospital discharge
Health and care partners in Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire (BNSSG) are investing an extra £40m into services to boost capacity and speed up hospital discharge during the challenging winter months.
International Men’s Day 2023
Men across Bristol, North Somerset and South Gloucestershire are being encouraged to think about their mental and physical health as part of International Men’s Day (19 November).